Meropi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Meropi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 14 N,62 41 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.233333
  • Longitude: -62.683333
Water Depth 214 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEROPI
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 110.6 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 4181
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 15, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 441400N, 624100W. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). H558/59 25.7.68 NDW SHOWN IN 441408N, 624105W ON CANADIAN 4013. NE 729. 5.6.74 NDW SHOWN IN 441400N, 624100W ON CANADIAN D6,7 8007. BR STD. 17.11.87 NO LONGER SHOWN ON CANADIAN 4013 [APR'80 EDN]. PLOTS IN APPROX 118FMS. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 14, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1911 BY J REDHEAD & SONS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY A PAPPAS. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 382NHP. PASSAGE THE TYNE FOR HALIFAX, NS. TORPEDOED BY U-566. 26 MEN LOST. (DODS, WWW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the MEROPI wreck located?

The MEROPI wreck is located at coordinates 44 14 N,62 41 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MEROPI?

The seabed around the MEROPI lies at approximately 214 meters deep.

When did the MEROPI sink?

The MEROPI sank on Feb 15, 1942.

When was the wreck of the MEROPI discovered?

The wreck of the MEROPI was discovered in 1942.

What country did the MEROPI belong to?

The MEROPI belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the MEROPI?

The MEROPI had a tonnage of 4181 tons.

What type of wreck is the MEROPI?

The MEROPI is classified as a steam ship.

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